The Test Kitchen
Yeast, Baking Soda, or Baking Powder? Choosing Your Leavener by Ingredient and Rise Time
Choosing the right leavening agent—yeast, baking soda, or baking powder—depends on your recipe's acidic ingredients and desired rise time. Understand how each works to achieve the perfect baked good texture.
Marco Alves·October 24, 2026
